Design of a Cantilever Type Rotating Bending （设计的悬臂式旋转弯曲）.pdf

Journal of Minerals Materials Characterization Engineering, Vol. 10, No.11, pp.1027-1039, 2011 jmmce.org Printed in the USA. All rights reserved Design of a Cantilever - Type Rotating Bending Fatigue Testing Machine K. K. Alaneme Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering Federal University of Technology, Akure, PMB 704, Nigeria kalanemek@yahoo.co.uk ABSTRACT This research is centered on the design of a low–cost cantilever loading rotating bending fatigue testing machine using locally sourced mater ials. The design principle was based on the adaptation of the technical theory of bending of elastic beams. Design drawings were produced and components/materials selections were b ased on functionality, durability, cost and local availability. The major parts of the machine: the machine main frame, the rotating shaft, the bearing and the bearing housing, the specimen clamping system, pulleys, speed counter, electric motor, and dead weights; were fabricated and then assembled following the design specifications. The machine performance was evaluated using test specimens which were machined in conformity with standard procedures. It was observed that the machine has the potentials of generating reliable bending stress – number of cycles data; and the cost of design (171,000 Naira) was lower in comparison to that of rotating bending machines from abroad. Also the machine has the advantages of ease of operation and maintenance, and is safe for use. Keywords: Fatigue; failure analysis; machine; design 1. INTRODUCTION Structural materials, machine components, and materials utilized in many industrial and specialized fields s